Books Production Controller — Hybrid London

Quatro; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (3 days in London)

Pension

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Quarto is seeking a proactive Production Controller to join our Children’s Production team in London. You will manage the production and distribution of our books, liaising with suppliers and colleagues to meet deadlines and deliver to global customers.

The role blends traditional production with occasional novel formats and may involve safety testing where relevant. You will further develop production skills and seek cost savings or efficiencies, with opportunities to progress into more senior

Qualifications

• Solid fundamental technical production knowledge, including 4C printing, file set up, proofing and quality checking.
• Knowledge of the co-edition production process is desirable.
• Experience in book production and a desire to advance in a production career.

Responsibilities

• Costing, scheduling, manufacturing, and delivery of titles across reprint, co-edition and custom.
• Ensure costs, schedule, administration and paperwork are maintained for all projects.
• Learn and follow departmental processes and keep email and systems up to date.

Skills

4C printing

File setup

Proofing

Quality checks

Costing

Negotiation

Job description

Quarto is seeking a proactive Production Controller to join our Children’s Production team in London. You will manage the production and distribution of our books, liaising with suppliers and colleagues to meet deadlines and deliver to global customers.

The role blends traditional production with occasional novel formats and may involve safety testing where relevant. You will further develop production skills and seek cost savings or efficiencies, with opportunities to progress into more senior